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Go for the Gold: A Dozen Free Things to Do in Denver This Week

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Hannah Metzger

Hannah Metzger is a staff writer at Westword, reporting on news, arts and culture since joining the staff in October 2023. She previously worked at publications including Colorado Politics and the Denver Gazette, where she covered the Colorado Legislature, the Denver and Aurora city councils and breaking news. Hannah has been honored with numerous awards from the Society of Professional Journalists, Colorado Press Association, Colorado Student Media Association and Denver Press Club. She graduated from the University of Colorado Boulder with a major in journalism and a minor in political science.

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Dave Williams speaks during a rally for Donald Trump on October 11, 2024, at the Gaylord Rockies Resort in Aurora.

People to Watch in 2025: Dave Williams, Messiah or Pariah of the Colorado Republican Party?

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 2, 2025

The fate of the current state GOP will set the tone for the party in the upcoming year.

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Cybertrucks Are Rare in Colorado, but One Rented Here Turned Up in January 1 Las Vegas Explosion

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 2, 2025

The man killed was reportedly an active member of the military based in Colorado Springs.

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The New(ish) National Bird: Where to Spot Bald Eagles Near Denver

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 2, 2025

You don’t have to go far to see bald eagles up close and personal.

Denver Cold Case Project Celebrates Over 130 Solves in 25 Years

Denver Cold Case Project Celebrates Over 130 Solves in 25 Years

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 31, 2024

From serial killers to serial rapists, the project has identified perpetrators behind some of Denver’s most heinous crimes.

Ten New Colorado Laws That Will Take Effect January 1: What to Know

Ten New Colorado Laws That Will Take Effect January 1: What to Know

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 30, 2024

Cage-free eggs, hand-held cell phones and…sperm donations. Oh, my.

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Colorado Republican Party Gains Ground (and Controversy) in 2024

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 27, 2024

Looking back on a year of chaos within the state’s once-Grand Old Party

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CU Boulder Freshman Is Fourth Student to Die by Suicide in Four Months

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 23, 2024

Manny Pargman’s father is demanding change from the university after his son’s death.

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Denver DA Won’t File Charges Against Griswold for Voting System Passwords Leak

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 20, 2024

There will likely be no criminal consequences for anyone involved in the leak of Colorado’s voting system passwords.

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Poll: Most Colorado Voters Have an “Unfavorable” View of Donald Trump, Elon Musk

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 20, 2024

Governor Jared Polis is the only politician viewed positively by a majority of respondents, according to the survey.

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Menver Is Dead: Young Adult Females Now Outnumber Young Adult Males in Denver

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 18, 2024

In 2000, Denver had 13,000 more adult men than adult women under the age of 36. Today, there are 1,600 more women than men.

Denver Woman Creates Tinder-Type App for Finding Dungeons & Dragons Parties

Denver Woman Creates Tinder-Type App for Finding Dungeons & Dragons Parties

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 17, 2024

Over 2,000 people are on the wait list for Rachel Dove’s Dungeons Not Dating app.

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Barth Hotel Assisted Living to Close After Over 40 Years in Downtown Denver

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 16, 2024

Ownership says the 142-year-old building needs up to $10 million in repairs and improvements.

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A pink billboard reads, “If you think turbulence is scary, try wearing a Jewish star.”

Denver Billboard Part of National Campaign Against Rising Anti-Semitic Incidents

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 13, 2024

But not all of Denver’s Jewish community is on board with the sign.

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Aurora Teens Accused of Posting Illicit Photos of High-Schoolers, Extorting Victims

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 12, 2024

Three suspects, ages eighteen, seventeen and fourteen, were arrested in connection to the case.

Find a Date Using PowerPoint Presentations: Pitch-a-Friend Is Coming to Denver

Find a Date Using PowerPoint Presentations: Pitch-a-Friend Is Coming to Denver

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 11, 2024

Denver daters could certainly use the help.

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Denver Car Crime Ring Traded Stolen Vehicles for Drugs From Mexican Cartel, Indictment Claims

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 10, 2024

“It is something akin to what we might see in a Hollywood movie.”

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Investigation Finds Jena Griswold and Her Office Violated State Security Protocols, Resulting in Password Leak

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 9, 2024

A separate investigation by the Denver District Attorney’s Office is still underway.

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Colorado Traffic Laws “Dangerously” Lacking for Passengers, Children and Young Drivers, Report Finds

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 9, 2024

Colorado got the lowest grade in the country for its traffic safety laws in half of the categories analyzed.

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Denver Among Three Finalists to Host Gay Games in 2030

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 6, 2024

The Mile High City is competing against Perth, Australia, and Auckland, New Zealand.

Supreme Court Justice Recuses Self Following Criticism Over Ties to Colorado’s Richest Man

Supreme Court Justice Recuses Self Following Criticism Over Ties to Colorado’s Richest Man

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 5, 2024

Neil Gorsuch came under fire for his relationship with billionaire Philip Anschutz.

A small plane flies through the sky dragging a banner that reads "Mike Johnston [hearts] crime."

Denver Mayor Faces Aerial Attack Ad, Recall Effort Over Migrant Policy

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 5, 2024

A sky banner declaring “MIKE JOHNSTON ❤️ CRIME” flew over the Mile High City earlier this week.

Video: Former Broncos Heir John Bowlen Yells “White Power,” “Fuck Black People” in Racist Rant

Video: Former Broncos Heir John Bowlen Yells “White Power,” “Fuck Black People” in Racist Rant

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 4, 2024

Add racism to Bowlen’s legacy of domestic violence and drunk driving.

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